How to get from Galway City to Cobh by bus and train?

Galway City to Cobh - Bus Schedule

The 251 bus from Galway City to Cobh runs from 08:30 to 19:30, with departures every 1 hr-2 hr. The trip takes about 4 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Galway City to Cobh by bus and train

To get from Galway City to Cobh in Ireland, take the 251 bus from Galway Coach Stn station to Cork Anderson's Quay station. Next, take the RAIL train from Cork (Kent) station to Cobh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Galway City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cobh on the Moovit app.

259min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 251251
Train - RAILRAIL
Leaves from Galway Coach Stn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Galway Coach Stn
    ID 511201
    1.82 km • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Cork Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cork Anderson's Quay
    ID 11052
    180 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cork (Kent)
    540 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Cobh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cobh
    Ride to train station
    Cobh
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Galway City to Cobh

The distance between Galway City, Ireland and Cobh, Ireland is approximately 216.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 259 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway City to Cobh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Galway City to Cobh

To check the bus and train schedule from Galway City to Cobh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Galway City) and destination (Cobh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Galway City to Cobh?

    The fastest way takes 259 minutes, using Bus line 251, Train line RAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Galway City and Cobh?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Galway City to Cobh?

    The 251 bus line goes from Galway Coach Stn station near Galway City in Galway to Cork Anderson's Quay station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Cork Anderson's Quay station near Cobh in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Galway City to Cobh by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Galway City in Galway and Cobh in Ireland by bus and train is about 4 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Galway City to get to Cobh?

    Get on the 251 bus from the Galway Coach Stn stop near Galway City in Galway.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Galway City and Cobh?

    Get off the bus at the Cork Anderson's Quay station, which is closest to Cobh in Ireland.

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